The Dose

Weekend: The Best Blackmarket!

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By Greer Wylder
October 28, 2010

Lucky for you, one of OC’s best bakeries, Blackmarket Bakery in Irvine, is having an open house Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m. Pastry chef and owner Rachel Marie will be opening up her famed bakery that features incredible cookies, brownies, scones, brioche, made from scratch cakes, breads, confections and much more. They’ve invited three food trucks, they’re selling savory items, and enjoy free fall themed bakery samples. Some lucky winners will win merchandise and gift certificates for cooking classes (learn how to make fresh hearty fresh pasta, cakes, holiday treats and more) at hourly drawings. 17941 Sky Park Cir…

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A Match Made in OC

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By Greer Wylder
October 27, 2010

TPT Home just opened at what promises to be the where-to-shop destination for home and specialty retailers in Orange County: the new SoCo Collection center in Costa Mesa. And already shopping enthusiasts are referring to the debut of TPT Home at SoCo as a match made in heaven. TPT Home is unlike anything you’ve seen in OC. Its first store is housed in an all-glass building that enhances the 43,000 square feet of home furnishings and seasonal merchandise such as fall décor and Christmas trees. The owners and buying team have more than 25 years in the wholesale business, helping…

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Leather at Tiffany’s!

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By Greer Wylder
October 26, 2010

This new collection at Tiffany & Co. at South Coast Plaza could influence your holiday shopping list! Tiffany just debuted the Tiffany Leather Collection for men and women, created by Richard Lambertson and John Truex, whose names are synonymous with the finest in leather accessories. For women, the designers created the bag of the day—the Manhattan Satchel—a generous-size bag that holds everything while maintaining its elegant shape in glazed crocodile or snakeskin, natural grain calf or a giraffe print in haircalf. The designers also created the TRT (Tiffany Reversible Tote), in must-have rich colors and supple reversible suede and metallic…

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We Cheer The Matador!

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By Greer Wylder
October 25, 2010

We’re big fans of Matador Cantina in Fullerton. It hits all of the marks for a great Mexican restaurant: ambiance, delicious food, and memorable drinks. With a great atmosphere coming from what could be the oldest building in historic downtown Fullerton, Matador features a warmly lit dining area, a lounge featuring century-old brick walls, intimate booths, and the longest bar in the city at 55 feet in length. The menu, created by Executive Chef David Dennis, is a unique fusion of traditional and contemporary Mexican cuisine. We recommend the chile relleno with chicken, Oaxaca cheese, cream cheese, and green chiles…

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Haunted Happy Hour!

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By Greer Wylder
October 22, 2010

Happy Hour Week in OC starts Sunday with a fun kick-off party at SOL Cocina in Newport Beach from 4 to 6 p.m. Just RSVP here if you want to attend. Restaurants, bars, pubs and breweries throughout Orange County are mixing and pouring their best drinks and offering tasty appetizers for this first-time event. Some restaurants will be following themes, including a “haunted happy hour” or offering “happy hour, all day…all week.”  For all you need to know, including participating establishments and special bar menus for both food and drinks, check here. Some of our favorites include the Bluewater Grill…

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